Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs Yanmar ViO33-6
The Caterpillar D6N has 106kW more power and is the bigger machine by 13,602kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Caterpillar D6N has 106kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 13,602kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | Yanmar ViO33-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 3155 kg (canopy) / 3275 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | 18.5 kW / 24.8 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
| Breakout force | - | 29.9 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 41 l |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, Yanmar ViO33-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D6N if...
- you want one that has 106kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 13,602kg
A mid-size dozer used for earthmoving, site clearance and haul road maintenance. The VPAT blade option lets one machine angle, tilt and pitch for grading as well as straight pushing.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
Buy or hire the ViO33-6 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for groundworkers, utility contractors and hire fleets on trenching, drainage and foundations beside walls and fences. Suits urban sites with limited space.
Full ViO33-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the Yanmar ViO33-6?
The Caterpillar D6N has 106kW more power and is the bigger machine by 13,602kg. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the Yanmar ViO33-6 is a 3.2 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.
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